Welcome to “Better than Fries!” In this mouthwatering cooking video, you’ll discover how to make incredibly crispy and delicious potato recipes that are healthier and simpler than your favorite fast food. Say goodbye to McDonald’s with these easy-to-follow dishes, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
From zesty potato and egg combinations to homemade French fries that will have your kids begging for more, each recipe features minimal ingredients and maximum flavor. Follow along as I guide you through each step, ensuring you’ll impress everyone at the dinner table. Don’t forget to check out the printable recipe with ingredient substitutions linked below!
Join me on this culinary adventure, and let’s make potatoes the star of your meals! Enjoy! 😋✨
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➡️ 🖨️ PRINTABLE RECIPE with Full Guide and Ingredient Substitutions: https://essenrecipes.substack.com/p/potato-fries
😋 0:00 Recipe #1 Better than fries! Don’t go to McDonalds anymore! Crispy, delicious and very easy potato recipe!
Hello everyone 😘 Today we are making potatoes and eggs 😋 Very unusual recipe that you will love! Crispy, very easy and delicious recipe that is now my family favorite! This recipe is very simple, quick and easy to prepare! Everyone will love it! Try this delicious recipe and write me in the comments “How do you like it?”. Have a delicious day 😋🥰😘
➡️ PRINTABLE RECIPE with Full Guide and Ingredient Substitutions: https://essenrecipes.substack.com/p/potato-fries
😋 1:37 Recipe #2 The secret to making the crispiest and healthiest French fries! 🔝 🥳 🥰 Crispy, easy and very delicious! Simple recipe!
Today I will share with you the most delicious, mouthwatering and simple recipe for homemade French fries. It is not only very tasty and healthy, but also very easy to prepare! My kids love French fries, but buying them at a restaurant is very unhealthy, so I use this recipe and they love it. Try this simple and delicious recipe and let me know in the comments: “How do you like it?” 😘 Have a delicious day 😋
➡️ INGREDIENTS:
4 Potatoes
1 tbsp Olive oil
1 tbsp Mayonnaise
2 eggs
1/2 tbsp butter
Season with salt and black pepper
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Parsley (optional)
😋 2:16 Recipe #3 Only a few ingredients! Just add eggs to potatoes. It’s so delicious! Easy breakfast, lunch or dinner!
➡️ INGREDIENTS:
3 tbsp Olive oil
2 Potatoes
2 eggs
1 Shallot or 1 small Onion (optional)
Seasoning:
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Onion powder
1/2 tsp Sweet paprika
1/2 tsp Herbs de Provence
1/2 tsp Cajun Seasoning
2 tsp chopped parsley, chives, or scallions (optional)
😋 3:17 Recipe #4 Better than fried potatoes! Quick breakfast, lunch or dinner! Cheap and tasty snacks!
➡️ INGREDIENTS:
680g / 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes
2 tbsp Butter
60g / 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Spices:
1/2 tsp Oregano
1/2 tsp Thyme
1/2 tsp Sweet Paprika
1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 tsp Celtic salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper
1 clove garlic
Bake the potatoes at 215C/420F for 20-25 minutes
Dipping sauce (Optional):
150g / 5.3oz Plain Greek Yogurt
Fresh parsley or green onions, chives, dill
Pinch of salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1/2 tsp Garlic powder (optional)
juice of 1/2 lemon
😋 4:22 Recipe #5 Potatoes and eggs! It’s so delicious that you want to cook everyday! Simple potato recipe!
➡️ INGREDIENTS:
4 medium potatoes
1 Shallot
7 large eggs
60 ml / 1/4 cup milk
100g / 1 cup Parmesan
Cherry tomatoes
Chives
Salt, Black pepper
2 tbsp Olive oil
😋 5:30 Recipe #6 I can’t stop making this potato recipe! Crispy, easy to make and very delicious! Only a few ingredients!
➡️ INGREDIENTS:
2 lb /1 kg mini potatoes
Olive oil
Parmesan
Season with salt and pepper
Chives (optional)
DIPPING SAUCE: (optional but very recommended)
2 tbsp Sour cream
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Chives
Pinch of salt
😋 6:43 Recipe #7 Just pour the egg over the potatoes and the result will be amazing! Simple 3 ingredients recipe!
➡️ INGREDIENTS:
2 Potatoes
2 Eggs
1 tbsp Butter
Season with salt and pepper
Chives (optional)
😋 7:51 Recipe #8 I can’t stop making it for breakfast! Quick recipe with 1 potato and 1 egg!
➡️ INGREDIENTS:
1 Potato
1 Egg
Black pepper
1/8 tsp Baking powder
1/2 tbsp Ghee or Butter
Feta
Handful of Spinach
1 tsp chilli crunch
Sprinkle some feta on top (optional)
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Video “Better than fries! Don't go to McDonalds anymore! Crispy, delicious and very easy potato recipes!” was uploaded on 05/15/2025 to Youtube Channel Essen Recipes